Ukraine Civil Society Forum Calls on Taoiseach to Provide Pathway to Residency for Ukrainians in Ireland - 20/05/2026

A coalition of more than 120 civil society organisations is calling on the Government to reconsider proposed changes affecting Ukrainians living in Ireland under Temporary Protection.The Ukraine Civil Society Forum has written to Taoiseach Micheál Martin expressing concern over measures including proposed cuts to the Accommodation Recognition Payment for hosts, along with plans to end state-provided accommodation for many Ukrainians.The Forum says the proposals could undermine the integration work being carried out in communities across Ireland and warns that, despite ongoing efforts to rebuild lives here, the war in Ukraine continues to have a devastating impact on families.The group is also highlighting the contribution of volunteers and local communities who have helped create what they describe as an “infrastructure of welcome” for those fleeing the conflict.National Coordinator of the Ukraine Civil Society Forum, Brian Killoran, joined us on The Agenda this morning to talk to us some more about this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.